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Portugal bans burqas in public buildings

Portugal passes landmark legislation prohibiting full-face veils for gender equality and religious reasons, with fines up to €150 for violators in public buildings.

Australia bans Candace Owens over controversial views

Australian authorities have blocked conservative commentator Candace Owens from entering the country, citing her divisive rhetoric and potential to incite social unrest in the latest immigration controversy.

Sweden to ban burqas, cites 'failed integration'

Sweden's government announces sweeping ban on full-face veils in public spaces, with deputy prime minister declaring multiculturalism has 'failed spectacularly' and vowing tougher integration measures.

Clementine Ford banned from Instagram and Facebook

Australian writer Clementine Ford finds herself barred from Meta's platforms while controversial figures like Greta Thunberg and Erika Kirk remain active, raising serious questions about social media censorship policies.

Japan's ex-defence minister visits Philippines

In a landmark diplomatic mission, Japan's former defence chief Shigeru Ishiba travels to the Philippines to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss regional security cooperation.

Japan warns Trump return could embolden China

Former Japanese defence minister Shigeru Ishiba warns that a second Trump presidency could destabilise Asian security and embolden Chinese aggression, urging Europe to bolster defence cooperation.

Japan MP urges government to recognise Palestinian state

In a significant foreign policy intervention, former Japanese defence minister Shigeru Ban urges his government to join other nations in recognising Palestine, citing stalled peace efforts and humanitarian concerns in Gaza.

Japan's Ishiba Eyes Leadership Bid, Threatening BOJ Policy

Exclusive: In a potential shake-up for Japan's political and economic landscape, former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba is reportedly considering a leadership challenge. His candidacy could directly threaten the Bank of Japan's longstanding ultra-loose mo

Thai tennis player handed lifetime ban for match-fixing

Thai tennis player Jatuporn Nalamphun receives a lifetime ban after being found guilty of match-fixing at an ITF World Tennis Tour event in Lamphun, Thailand, following a detailed investigation by the International Tennis Integrity Agency.

UK Airlines Impose Lifetime Bans for Passenger Offences

Major UK airlines like Jet2, TUI, and easyJet are imposing lifetime bans on passengers for serious onboard misconduct, including the dangerous 'seat reclining trick'. Discover the zero-tolerance policies reshaping air travel.

Airlines Ban Passengers for Using Power Banks Onboard

Major UK airlines are enforcing strict new bans on passengers caught using power banks during flights, citing critical fire risks. Discover the safety rules you must follow to avoid being barred from future travel.

Southampton bans all weekend holiday rentals

The exclusive New York beach enclave of Southampton has enacted a radical ban on all short-term weekend rentals, a dramatic move to reclaim neighbourhoods from disruptive tourists and preserve its dwindling year-round community.

North Korea bans hamburgers, ice cream in cultural crackdown

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has launched a drastic crackdown on Western cultural influences, outlawing hamburgers, ice cream, and karaoke machines in a sweeping purge of foreign imports deemed 'decadent' and a threat to the regime's ideology.

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